Enelis — Review by KSIĄŻULO
Berlin, Germany — Modern Breakfast/Brunch
A visit to the viral Berlin breakfast spot Enelis, where the reviewer from Warsaw was impressed by exceptional pancakes, creative egg dishes, and a fancy take on classic breakfast sandwiches. Despite the restaurant's TikTok fame and expected long queues, service was quick and the food quality exceeded expectations, with the pancakes being highlighted as the best the reviewer has ever eaten.
What was great: Fluffy and crispy pancakes with maple syrup and fresh cream (described as the best pancakes ever eaten), creamy scrambled eggs with smoked yolk and kimchi, perfectly juicy pork cutlet with cheese and egg, fresh buttery bread, quick service despite the viral popularity
What could improve: Nothing mentioned
The Dishes
The reviewer ordered three main items to experience Enelis's acclaimed breakfast menu. The first dish was an egg sandwich featuring toasted bread, scrambled eggs, smoked yolk, and kimchi for 14.50 euros. The smoked flavor was described as intensely powerful, though the creamy scrambled eggs and fresh, buttery bread made it a solid choice for those who enjoy bold, smoky flavors.
The second dish was a fancy farmer-style sandwich priced at 15.50 euros, described as an ultra-fancy version of McDonald's Farmer burger. It contained a pork cutlet, sauce, scrambled eggs, and notably generous amounts of cheese. The juicy cutlet was praised as being prepared fifteen times better than the McDonald's version it was compared to.
The star of the meal was undoubtedly the butter pancakes, which came with butter, fresh cream, and maple syrup. These pancakes were visually stunning and technically impressive, being crispy on the outside while remaining fluffy inside. The reviewer considered them the best pancakes ever eaten, praising their crunchy texture and the way they seemed to absorb moisture, resembling donuts in appearance and texture.
The Experience
Located in Berlin's Neukölln neighborhood, Enelis is a viral TikTok sensation that attracts people specifically to try its breakfasts. Despite warnings on social media about long queues, the reviewer was seated and served immediately upon arrival. The atmosphere was relaxed with no crowds visible during the visit, allowing for a pleasant dining experience without the expected chaos of a trendy viral restaurant.
Value and Pricing
The dishes ranged from 14.50 to 15.50 euros, placing the restaurant in the moderate price range for Berlin's breakfast scene. While not inexpensive, the reviewer felt the exceptional quality, particularly of the pancakes, justified the cost and expressed not caring about the price given the phenomenal quality of the food.
Notable Moments
These are probably the most beautiful pancakes I've never seen. How crispy they are. They give the impression as if they were already soaked in something. Like some donut cake they look.
Oh Jesus. These are the best pancakes I've ever eaten in my life and honestly I don't care about the price, because it's simply phenomenal, delicious.
The Verdict
Enelis is a must-visit breakfast destination for anyone in Berlin, particularly those seeking exceptional pancakes and creative egg dishes. The combination of viral popularity, reasonable pricing, quick service, and genuinely outstanding food quality makes it an excellent choice for a special breakfast experience.